Nikola Topic

Nikola Topic underwent successful spine surgery and is expected for training camp in October.

Fantasy Impact

Topic missed his rookie season with a torn ACL and most of his second season due to testicular cancer treatment.

Nikola Topić will play for the Thunder’s G League affiliate on Monday.

Fantasy Impact

Topić has been working his way back from chemotherapy treatments he underwent in late October after being diagnosed with testicular cancer. He does not have a clear timetable to return, but it is a great sign to see him working his way back.

Thunder general manager Sam Presti announced Thursday that Nikola Topic has been diagnosed with testicular cancer. The 20-year-old underwent a testicular procedure in the offseason, which Presti revealed was a biopsy that confirmed the diagnosis. Topic has already begun chemotherapy treatment.

Fantasy Impact

According to Presti, the medical team is confident that Topic will make a recovery. There is currently no discussion about a timeline for his return to the court, as his health and well-being are the main priority. He is out indefinitely and should not be rostered in any fantasy leagues.

Nikola Topic underwent a testicular procedure on Monday and will be re-evaluated in four to six weeks.

Fantasy Impact

Topic missed the entire 2024-25 season due to a torn ACL and will now miss at least the Thunder’s first six games in October before being re-evaluated in November. While he’s sidelined, Ajay Mitchell and Carson Wallace are expected to see additional minutes in the backcourt.

Nikola Topic is set to undergo surgery to repair a partially torn ACL.

Fantasy Impact

Topic, who was drafted No. 12 overall by the Thunder back in June, will miss all of his rookie season. He suffered the injury in May and it was reported in early June that he partially tire his ACL.